Its [Brahms] tightly controlled and very intense - not sutumnal. The orchestra glories in its own sound and virtuosity. It may strike some as too aggressive, but it has tremendous sweep and shape. I find it thrilling; it has become my favourite recording of the piece…American Record Guide

It's [Brahms] tightly controlled and very intense - not sutumnal. The orchestra glories in its own sound and virtuosity. It may strike some as too aggressive, but it has tremendous sweep and shape. I find it thrilling; it has become my favourite recording of the piece…'American Record Guide